Producer Guillermo del Toro's name is all over The Book of Life, even though it was conceived, co-written, and directed by animator Jorge Gutierrez. It's an understandable association, though. The film is just macabre enough to feel of a piece with del
Mexican producer Guillermo del Toro and director Jorge Gutierrez decided to focus on a holiday that gets much less attention than Halloween does in the United States during this time of year. His musical animated feature “The Book of Life,” released
'The Book of Life' review by Pete Hammond of the Latin-tinged animated tale produced by Guillermo Del Toro, directed by Jorge Gutierrez.
Book of Life director Jorge Gutierrez wowed us with his stunning visuals and his portrayal of the Mexican Day of the Dead. And it's clear from his student Emmy-award-winning short film that he's been playing with these designs and themes for a while.
Mexican producer Guillermo del Toro and director Jorge Gutierrez decided to focus on a holiday that gets much less attention than Halloween does in the United States during this time of year. His musical animated feature “The Book of Life,” released